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This teacher training offers students in-depth skills to explore Yoga as a vehicle for holistic health, self-transformation, and personal empowerment.
Our curriculum includes a unique blend of alignment-based vinyasa flow yoga, a solid foundation in Hatha Yoga, and 200 hours of instruction offered within a therapeutic framework.
The instruction will cover a wide range of Yoga techniques including yoga postures, yoga anatomy, relaxation, breath awareness, pranayama, meditations to calm the mind, contemplations to transform limiting tendencies into life-affirming thought patterns, and the application of clear, anatomy-informed principles of alignment to create safety, balance, and freedom in Yoga poses.
Students explore yoga's ancient teachings and concepts from yogic philosophy including Ayurveda, Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, and the Chakra System as frameworks for the application of Yoga as a journey towards radiant health and well-being.
The physical practice emphasis includes hatha and vinyasa yoga offered through a lens of biomechanically sound and anatomy-informed alignment. Expect both mindful vinyasa flow sequencing as well as gentler and restorative variations. You will practice physical postures from all categories of poses including standing poses, hip openers, forward bends, backward bends, twists, inversions, balancing, supine, seated, and prone.
Variations for all levels of practitioners will be provided in yoga practice, all abilities and ALL bodies are welcome to attend.
Rather than offer standard sequencing or rigid methodologies, students are exposed to frameworks that inspire each yoga teacher to adopt the practices, awaken their creativity, and find their own authentic voice as a yoga teacher.
Graduates of this program feel empowered to teach a variety of yoga class types, including all levels vinyasa flow yoga, alignment-based classes, yoga foundations, senior, gentle, and restorative.
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Yoga Styles: Mindful Vinyasa Yoga, Hatha, and Restorative through a Therapeutic Lens
Pose Study with Adaptations for ALL BODIES (includes standing poses, hip openers, forward bends, twists, backbends, inversions, and supine)
Alignment: Bio-mechanically sound & anatomy-informed alignment
Skill Level: All levels of yoga practitioners are welcome. Some come to deepen their practice and others to learn to teach.
Class Demographics: Ages 17 – 70 and beyond, diversity welcome. Our class sizes are typically between 18 - 24 students with 2 experienced instructors.
Yoga Teacher Certification: Soma Yoga Institute 200 Certification, Yoga Alliance RYT-200 Upon Successful Completion
Instructors: Train with C-IAYT Certified Yoga Therapists & E-RYT 500 Master Teachers with 25 + years of experience
Learn to teach yoga with safety, skill, and confidence
This experience completely changed the way I look at yoga and my practice, and even my life. I don’t think I fully understood the impact this practice could have on someone prior to this teacher training. I feel that I have learned so much and it has all made me very confident in my future yoga practice both as a student and as a teacher.
I loved the atmosphere you guys created, it was so inviting and compassionate while also balancing professional vibe. The location and schedule were also wonderful. Thank you for making this transformational experience so incredible! - Becca Freer, Graduate from Soma Yoga Institute's Teacher Training in Greece
- Becca
curriculum highlights
Please note: This teacher training program is approved with Yoga Alliance (Y.A.) and graduates are eligible to register with Y.A. as a Registered Yoga Teacher at the 200-hour level (RYT-200). The therapeutic perspective & curricular components of this program are based on the instructors' registration as a Certified Yoga Therapist with the International Association of Yoga Therapists (C-IAYT) and not derived from their status as an E-RYT 500 with the Y.A. Registry as the Y.A. Registry does not certify therapists, solely yoga teachers.
Certification as a RYT-200 with Yoga Alliance
A solid foundation in classical Hatha Yoga – including alignment based vinyasa flow and restorative yoga within a therapeutic framework.
An anatomy and biomechanically informed alignment system that helps to address common misalignments and keeps your students safe
Modifications and adaptations for all bodies, including special populations such as seniors, pregnancy, and those with injuries
Gain insights into your (true) nature through the wisdom of Yoga and its philosophy
Explore breath work, mantra and meditation as tools to create vibrant health and wellbeing in your life
Learn the art of sequencing yoga classes that honors your authentic voice and meets the needs of your student population
Business of Yoga & How to Build Your Yoga Community
Learn to share the practices with others in a safe and powerful way
Build self-confidence and tap into your amazing potential in a supportive, nurturing environment
Train with highly experienced, knowledgeable and passionate teachers and yoga therapists
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- Jalil
For years I have been trying to understand my body and the different pains and injuries I have, and honestly, I have never understood so much about it in so little time! I made so much progress during this training. I loved how anatomy gave me a better understanding of my body, habitual behaviors, and how to work with injuries.
The philosophy gave me a deeper understanding of yoga as the art of living and complemented my studies of Buddhism. Morning practices gave me the chance to test new ways of practicing in my own body. I learned so much I didn’t know about yoga history and loved learning to sequence as a foundation for a flowing class. I enjoyed the manual a lot and thought that this training was very professional! I learned to have way more confidence in myself when I let go and just “be.” Thanks to this yoga teacher training I have completely switched my way of seeing yoga and would definitely return and recommend this program to others. - Jalil Baoub, Graduate from Soma Yoga Institute's Teacher Training in Greece
Welcome to Evia Silence Retreat, a sanctuary of tranquility on the enchanting Greek Island of Evia. Immerse yourself in reflective practices surrounded by crystal-clear azure waters and the radiant Mediterranean sun. This seaside retreat offers the perfect space to reconnect with mind, body, spirit, and nature.
Nestled in an area of extraordinary natural beauty, overlooking the mesmerizing blue waters of the Aegean Sea, you'll fall in love with its serene and magical charm. Discover secret coves and accommodations just steps away from the sea. Our stunning yoga studio, with spectacular views of both the sea and the mountains, is open air or temperature controlled, and provides an inspiring setting for your practice. Enjoy the comfort of our beautifully air-conditioned rooms, ensuring a restful stay, and savor the delicious food prepared with care.
Traveling to Greece is a captivating experience. The unique culture, ancient history, and breathtaking landscapes will amaze you. Nearby the yoga retreat, you will find countless opportunities to enjoy all that Greece has to offer. Explore the natural beauty of Evia with activities like swimming, hiking, and boat trips. Discover the charming villages of Karystos, Agios Apostoli, or Zarakes. Experience a boat trip in the Aegean Sea and a relaxing tour inside caves with stalactites.
Evia Silence Retreat combines natural beauty, comfortable accommodations, and delectable cuisine. Join us for a transformative experience that will leave you refreshed, inspired, and deeply connected to your inner self and the natural world around you.
Join Us By The Clear, Azure Waters of Greece
Liz Heffernan, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT is an international yoga teacher and certified Yoga Therapist. She draws from over 25 years of teaching and extensive training in the Hatha yoga systems of Kripalu, Integrative Yoga Therapy, Ashtanga yoga and Anusara. She currently directs and leads Yoga teacher trainings and workshops in worldwide locations, provides unique one-to-one mentoring for yoga teachers wishing to improve their skills and delivery, instructs daily yoga classes and offers private therapeutic sessions. Her teaching weaves together philosophy, creative sequencing, clear alignment, mindful breathing, and compassionate self-inquiry to form a tapestry that reflects her heartfelt commitment to this transformative path.
meet your instructors
Liz Heffernan
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Christine, a seasoned yoga instructor and founder of the international school Om Shree Om, began her yoga journey in 1990, driven by a desire for emotional balance and mental clarity from her stressful teaching career. Renowned for her expertise in therapeutic yoga, Christine excels in teaching alignment, biomechanics, and fascial health, integrating these into a holistic approach that promotes healing and well-being. As a teacher trainer, she imparts this deep knowledge to aspiring yoga teachers, enhancing their practices with her fun-spirited and engaging teaching style. Her methodology not only addresses individual needs but also emphasizes the importance of fascia and miofascial lines in supporting effective and safe yoga practices.
Christine McArdle
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MA, E-RYT 500
C-IAYT Yoga Therapist
MA, AUTHOR, E-RYT, YACEP
Liz is the Founder and Director of Soma Yoga Institute, a top-rated Yoga Alliance teacher training school renowned for its therapeutically-oriented, heart-centered approach. These programs, heralded by many as truly inspirational, combine modern day biomechanics and research driven science with ancient teachings and serve to teach adaptive Yoga for all BODIES as a practice for vibrant health, self-transformation and personal empowerment.
In her work as a yoga therapist, Liz specializes in working with students with musculoskeletal issues as well as helping seniors age gracefully. She is highly skilled in adapting practices to meet the complex health challenges associated with aging. In collaborative partnership with Yoga 4 Brain Health she has co-founded the Memory Maintenance Yoga Teacher Training program that certifies Yoga teachers to help their communities delay the onset of memory loss related diseases through Yoga. Liz served as a part-time faculty mentor for close to a decade at the Kripalu School of Integrative Yoga Therapy, supporting professionals on their journey to become yoga therapists.
Her teaching style is influenced by notable yoga teachers such as Shri K. Pattabhi Jois, Tim Miller, Nancy Gilgoff, Bhavani Maki, Desiree Rumbaugh, Jenny Otto, Noah Maze, Jim & Ruthie Bernaert, Joseph Le Page, Ram Das, Douglas Brooks, and Carlos Pomeda.
Liz bridges the gap between ancient yoga perspectives and contemporary life, using her in-depth knowledge of anatomy and bio-mechanical alignment to teach adaptive yoga for all bodies. She believes that yoga brings greater ease to individuals and uplifts planetary consciousness, one conscious breath at a time.
Liz Heffernan
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Christine's initial exposure to yoga's profound impact began with her training in the Iyengar and Kripalu styles, where she appreciated the detailed focus on alignment and the integration of spiritual elements into physical practice. Her passion for yoga deepened further through her certification in Anusara yoga, renowned for its heart-opening sequences and therapeutic approach. Over the decades, she has continued to expand her expertise, incorporating elements from various yoga disciplines to enhance her teaching and provide a rich, diverse experience for her students.
In her role as a global yoga educator, Christine has traveled extensively, offering teacher training and workshops that aim to not only teach the physical postures but also impart a deeper understanding of yoga philosophy and meditation. Her teachings emphasize the development of a mindful practice that aligns body, mind, and spirit, with a strong focus on the health of the physical body through understanding biomechanics and fascial networks. This comprehensive approach has enabled her to mentor thousands of students and yoga teachers worldwide, fostering a community that values holistic health and mindful living.
Christine’s dedication extends beyond the yoga mat into every aspect of her life. Based in Granada, Spain, she leads a sustainable lifestyle, running a yoga school, organic farm and is a pioneer in the teaching of yoga for children and adolescents. Here she hosts annual yoga festival that attract participants from all over the globe, seeking to deepen their practice and connect with nature. Christine's life partner is Purivian and together they have been traveling to Peru for the last 25 years, together with their two children. Through her professional endeavors and personal example, Christine inspires a balanced lifestyle that harmonizes with her yoga philosophy, encouraging her students and peers to lead lives filled with purpose, health, and joy.
Christine McArdle
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the details
The chef at Evia Silence Retreat prepares delicious, high quality food using only the finest of local produce and ingredients. The meals are Vegetarian Mediterranean - Greek Cuisine and include breakfast, lite-lunch and dinner. Their menu includes a healthy and plentiful variety of salads, fruits, soups, main dishes, breakfast items include eggs, cheese, coffee, tea and much more. Vegan options are available.
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ALL INCLUSIVE tuition PACKAGES
All inclusive tuition packages include:
-200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Tuition
-17 nights of housing with daily room cleaning
-Delicious and healthy meals prepared for you with love includes breakfast, lite-lunch, and dinner everyday
-Lifetime access to the 200 Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training-an essential resource to help you as you move out into the world teaching yoga.
-200 page yoga teacher training manual
-50 page yoga asana guide and Sanskrit dictionary of pose names
-As needed zoom mentoring after the program ends.
All units are air conditioned with en-suite bath. Some units have a terrace and/or balcony with sea or mountain views. Wifi available.
Quad Room Rate $3497 USD or 3253 Euros
Triple Room Rate $3997 USD or 3717 Euros
Double Room Rate $4597 USD or 4276 Euros
Single Room Rate $5697 USD or 5297 Euros
*Partial scholarships available by application. Payment plan options now available through Afterpay
*Please reserve at least 60 days prior to program start date to ensure a space in this course.
Daily SchedulE-Yoga teacher Training Greece
Sunrise meditation practice, pranayama techniques, gentle morning yoga
Breakfast
Techniques, pose study or teaching methodology
Yoga practice. Active practice includes alignment based mindful Vinyasa Flow and Hatha
Lunch and afternoon break
Teaching techniques and methodology
Dinner
Philosophy and/or individual study and/or group work
(Please note there will be one day off mid-way through the program.
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07:30
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12:30
15:30
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Program Dates: Greece Yoga Teacher Training
June 25-July 12, 2025
Deposit & Tuition Payment Schedule
A $500 USD deposit will reserve your space and will be applied to the full tuition price listed above. Deposits, tuition, and housing payments minus a 10% processing fee, are refundable up to 30 days prior to retreat start date. The 10% processing fee will apply to all refunds and this fee covers credit card charges and administrative processing fees.
50% of your remaining tuition payment is due three months prior to the start date of the program or within two weeks of registering and your final tuition payment is due no later than one month prior to the program start date. If you would like to discuss alternate arrangements or a payment plan, please feel free to contact us directly and we would be happy to work something out. Ask about our buy now and pay later option through Afterpay, available for those in United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand.
Fee-free transfers for documented health/emergency situations: If cancellation is necessary prior to the first day of the program due to documented health or emergency situations, a student’s deposit and tuition will be fully transferable to a future program with Soma Yoga Institute. In all other circumstances, due to the logistics involved in planning residential programs in retreat settings, we regret that we are unable to issue deposit/tuition/housing refunds 30 days or less prior to program start date. No refunds are issued on or after the program start date for any reason.
transportation
We make it EASY & SAFE for You!
Transfer from Athens International Airport to the hotel and return by group shuttle.
A group shuttle will be arranged from Athens Airport to Evia Silence. The shuttle will leave Athen's Airport at 1:00 pm on 6/25/25. For return on July 12, the shuttle will depart Evia Silence retreat in time for flights leaving after 12:00pm. Cost of the group shuttle is 60 Euros each way per person. Shuttle times will be adjusted accordingly to accommodate student's departure times. Private taxi can be arranged for 180 Euros each way. The shuttle ride is 2.5 hours long.
"This training really opened my eyes, heart, and mind. I have found joy and self-love, and confidence and would love to share this with others. What amazing energy, teachers, location, and students this training had! Liz really set up a very conducive, loving, encouraging, environment which I truly value and the classes were challenging and fun. I would love to train again with Soma Yoga and highly recommend this program to others! I am absolutely grateful! This training exceeded my expectations and it is truly one of the most inspiring events of my life." - Greece Yoga Teacher Training Graduate
-Eunice Wong
"This 200 hour therapeutic yoga teacher training in Greece exceeded my hopes and expectations. The teachers are extraordinary, and I had no idea how much their presence would form this experience. The pedagogy, especially for teaching sequencing works, and time again I found myself thinking that’s a smart way to teach that concept. I am filled with gratitude for this experience. It was an embodiment of strength, courage, joy, delight, and love. I will carry my time with me the rest of my life." - Greece Yoga Teacher Training Graduate
-Sarah Fisher
"As a Medical Doctor and also a yoga practitioner wanting to teach, I really appreciated the anatomy and alignment study this program offered. Learning the alignment and applying that to pose analysis was very helpful in learning to teach and practice safely. I really enjoyed working hard in our practices and our morning meditations. We also had such a wonderful group, I admire and have much affection for them and the teachers as well. I highly recommend this program. - 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Graduate
-Robert Silber
"Having the opportunity to learn in this immersive program is incredible. Greece is so beautiful and allowed me to connect with myself andthe teachings. My confidence in teaching has grown so much. I found my voice and teaching style The alignment was my favorite, I was seeking it in my own personal practice and now I am able to help others with it. I also enjoyed the chakras. The sequencing was so helpful and definitely allowed my confidence to grow as a teacher. All the teachers are so lovely and I truly enjoyed my time here." - Greece Yoga Teacher Training Graduate
-Sydney Rowland
"I loved the unwavering positivity of this training. It was so rich and never boring. Every day I was excited to wake up at 5:45 to discover the next lesson, whether it be Ayurveda doshas, chakras, or a different style of yoga! I loved the support of our daily practices and the 8-fold path we were introduced to in our study of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. This 8-fold path is a big help in reminding me where I will go. This training showed me that yoga is the best way to calm my mind, and I learned so many teaching techniques I am excited to continue to practice and master. I would definitely return to Soma Yoga Institute in the future. I am so grateful for all of your love, support, heartfelt joy, respect, and professionalism. Thank you so much!" - Greece Yoga Teacher Training Graduate
-Patrizia Trojani Poggi
"This experience affected my life in so many unexpected ways. All of them positive. I came away with more self-acceptance, personal skills I am certain will be of benefit to my own health as well as the lives of others. Soma Yoga Institute expertly takes care of all the details so your sole focus can be embracing this life changing experience. I really enjoyed the patient and encouraging teaching, the close friendships that were formed, and the gorgeous location in Greece of this 200-hour yoga teacher training program! I will definitely be recommending this program and hope to train with Soma Yoga Institute again in the future. I would confidently put my trust in Soma Yoga Institute again." - Greece Yoga Teacher Training Graduate
-Ami Sandlan
"The location was amazing. Being so close to the beach in Greece was extremely nice. Liz and Molly really, truly welcomed all of us to the yoga teacher training and brought so much life to it. This yoga center truly opened my heart and mind to different perspectives on life in general and specifically my life. My confidence level as a yoga teacher increased but I also realized how much more intricate yoga is. The chakra component was very fun and interesting. It helped me to realize how diverse yoga is! I will definitely return for more training with Soma Yoga Institute and will definitely recommend this program to others. Soma Yoga Institute is the most loving, caring environment for me to grow as a yogi and to improve as a yoga instructor. There is no other place I can imagine for me. I have learned so much about yoga and most importantly about loving myself and how I can spread that positivity to my surroundings!" - Greece Yoga Teacher Training Graduate
-Erica Im
"My whole practice has changed. It is now safer and more engaged. I loved the sense of community within the training, it was such a safe place to learn with tremendous support from the other yogis and teachers. This space allowed me to take risks and gain insightful feedback that will help me grow as a teacher. I loved what I learned through the alignment studies, it transformed my practice, I noticed with correct alignment even my body changed over the last month. I also love sequencing. It inspired my creativity. I also loved chanting, meditation and breathwork. This is my first experience with it and it helped me understand myself and my emotions better. I also love the diversity of the teachings and their teaching styles, learning the history, and understanding the reasoning behind every single aspect of the program that was taught was amazing." -Greece Yoga Teacher Training Graduate
-Bailey Haeberle
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